From purrs to yowls, your cat has a complex vocabulary. A new study helps decode these feline vocalizations so you can better understand your pet's needs and moods.

Cats meow to communicate with you. Different noises can indicate a variety of needs and wants. Some cats meow more than others. Elderly cats may do this because of cognitive dysfunction. You can try ...

If you’re sharing your heart and home with a cat, you’re likely familiar with all the delightful sounds of their meows. Whether it’s a chirp, a tiny squeak, or an insistent yowl, a cat’s meow is one ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cats have a unique language constructed especially for humans and made of meows. Susanne Schötz, a specialist in human melody at ...

Cats meow primarily to communicate with humans, as adult cats rarely meow to each other in the wild. Meowing back at your cat can be fun and harmless but may confuse or stress them in certain ...

Whenever my cat meows incessantly in my direction despite my attempts to play with him, I so wish I could just speak meow to figure out what he really wants. (Though I'd place my bets on it being ...